Does democracy mean greater accountability and less corruption? Is press freedom a prerequisite for economic development? Should religious fundamentalists have a greater voice in government?

Comparative politics students will benefit from CQ Researcher's award-winning, non-partisan reporting that looks at today’s most important problems, ranging from democratization and regime change to policies on immigration, welfare, and religion. Each essay identifies key players, explores what’s at stake, and shows how past and current developments impact the future. Reports include maps, charts, a chronology, and a yes/no feature box.

Comparative Democratization and Dictatorships
1. Turmoil in the Arab World
2. Democracy in Southeast Asia
3. Sub-Saharan Democracy

Accountability, Civil Liberties, and Civil Society
4. Press Freedom
5. Separatist Movements
6. Gay Rights

The Global Market: Development, Poverty, and Inequality
7. Rapid Urbanization
8. Brazil on the Rise
9. Future of the Euro
10. Globalizing Science
11. Evaluating Microfinance

Social Policies and Social Issues
12. Religious Fundamentalism
13. Europe’s Immigration Turmoil
14. Honor Killings
15. Social Welfare in Europe
16. The Graying Planet